Attus
LocationsGeographical Setting
An ancient Hittite capital city, identified with the biblical Attus mentioned in the return narratives of Ezra and 1 Esdras.
âš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)
A location listed in 1 Esdras 8:29 as part of the genealogy of the exiles returning from Babylon, corresponding to the Hittite capital Hattush.
What is the meaning of Attus in the Bible?
A location listed in 1 Esdras 8:29 as part of the genealogy of the exiles returning from Babylon, corresponding to the Hittite capital Hattush.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Attus with Hattush clarifies the geographical scope of the post-exilic community and highlights the diverse ethnic origins of those who returned to Judea.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
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Source Attribution & Provenance
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE) and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been editorially modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and formatted for fast contextual reference.